What are the schools like in Cissna Park, IL?

Cissna Park is served primarily by Cissna Park CUSD 6. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.0:1.

What is the median household income in Cissna Park?

The median household income in Cissna Park, IL is $47,171 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.3%.

What is the weather like in Cissna Park, IL?

Cissna Park has an average high temperature of 33.5°F in January and 84.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 25.2 inches.

Cissna Park, IL Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Cissna Park, IL affordable or expensive?

Cissna Park's cost of living index is 91, where 100 represents the national average. This means Cissna Park is 9% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $113,400 and the median rent is $706 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Cissna Park, IL?

Crime rate data for Cissna Park is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Cissna Park, IL a Good Place to Live?

Cissna Park is a small town of 882 in Illinois, with a median household income of $47,171 and a 0.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 91 (US average = 100), which is 9% below the national average.

Strengths: Cissna Park stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A-).

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Cissna Park is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Cissna Park city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 91.1

Cissna Park's overall cost of living index is 91.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Cissna Park costs roughly 9% less than the average American city.

Metric	Cissna Park, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$113,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$706	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	69.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$47,171	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Cissna Park is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Cissna Park is served primarily by Cissna Park CUSD 6. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Cissna Park, IL	National Avg
School District	Cissna Park CUSD 6	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	30.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	95.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Cissna Park sees average highs of 33.5°F in January and 84.8°F in July, with 40.7 inches of annual precipitation and 25.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Cissna Park, IL
Average High — January	33.5°F
Average High — July	84.8°F
Annual Precipitation	40.7"
Annual Snowfall	25.2"

Demographics

Metric	Cissna Park, IL	National Avg
Population	882	—
Median Age	51.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	28.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	92.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.2%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.9%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	17.9%	22.2%
65 and over	32.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Cissna Park

Cissna Park, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

60924

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cissna Park, IL affordable or expensive?

Cissna Park's cost of living index is 91, where 100 is the national average. That makes Cissna Park roughly 9% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $113,400 and median rent is $706/month.

What is the crime rate in Cissna Park, IL?

Crime data for Cissna Park is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Cissna Park?

Public schools in Cissna Park are operated by Cissna Park CUSD 6. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.0:1. 30.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Cissna Park, IL a good place to live?

Cissna Park, IL has a population of 882, a median household income of $47,171, and an unemployment rate of 0.3%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Cissna Park?

Cissna Park averages 33.5°F in January and 84.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 40.7 inches with about 25.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Cissna Park?

Cissna Park, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 60924.

What is the population of Cissna Park?

The population of Cissna Park, Illinois is 882 with a median age of 51.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Cissna Park?

Key numbers for living in Cissna Park: cost of living index 91 (100 = US average), median home $113,400, median household income $47,171, schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Cissna Park side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.